To apply, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cvwd

SRN S21: $9,478 - $13,233, Monthly, Exempt
Bargaining Unit: ASSET
Department: Operations
Section: WRP 10
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to: Wastewater Plant Manager, Grade V
Supervises the following positions: Technical and maintenance staff

DEFINITION: Under general direction, plans, schedules, assigns, reviews and supervises the work of staff performing operation and maintenance of the District’s Wastewater Reclamation Plant; plans and coordinates a comprehensive maintenance program; coordinates assigned services and operations with those of other District divisions and outside agencies; provides complex staff assistance to management staff in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff performing operations and maintenance for the District’s wastewater reclamation plants; trains staff in work procedures; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.
2. Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for assigned services and programs; recommends and implements policies and procedures including standard operating procedures for assigned operations.
3. Monitors activities of the work unit; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements. Coordinates assigned services and operations with those of other divisions and outside agencies.
4. Participates in annual budget preparation; identifies resource needs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications; monitors expenditures.
5. Provides staff assistance to management; prepares and presents staff reports and other written materials; supervises the establishment and maintenance of reports, records, databases, and files; ensures the proper documentation of operations and activities.
6. Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates and responds to complaints and inquiries from citizens, other departments, and agencies; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues.
7. Performs project management duties on various construction, remodel and renovation projects to include the full cycle of the project. This may include estimating, sourcing, designing, and creating plans for bid review; serves as point of contact for On-call Contractors, processing all documents relating to the project.
8. Completes daily inspections of plant conditions to ensure proper operation of equipment and preventative maintenance measures are in place.
9. Interprets process control tests and directs the adjustment of plant operations.
10. Develops and implements comprehensive preventative maintenance program for Wastewater Operations.
11. Represents the District in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, developers, and the public.
12. Observes and complies with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols, and ensures that staff do the same.
13. Data Submitter reporting requirement, electronically submit spill reports to the online California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS) Project database (https://ciwqs.waterboards.ca.gov), unless specified otherwise in State Water Board WDR.

Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cvwd/classspecs for the full job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:
Equivalent to a High School Diploma and possession of a Foundational Leadership Certificate; or a minimum of 12 credit hours/units of Supervision/Managerial/Leadership courses from a CVWD approved program.

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the Wastewater field, including three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.

Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of a Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate as issued by the State Water Resources Control Board, to be maintained throughout employment.

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.

About Coachella Valley Water District

Founded in 1918, Coachella Valley Water District is recognized for its worldwide progressive water management techniques. Covering approximately 1,000 square miles of southeastern California desert in Riverside, Imperial, and San Diego Counties, CVWD is a multifaceted agency that delivers irrigation and domestic (drinking) water, collects and recycles wastewater, provides regional stormwater protection, replenishes the groundwater basin, and promotes conservation. The District provides irrigation water service from the Colorado River through the All American Canal system to approximately 66,000 acres of fruits and vegetables including table grapes, citrus, sweet corn, and 90% of the country’s dates. The District also provides urban water from 100 wells to more than 100,000 homes and businesses, and sewer service through six reclamation plants to more than 90,000 homes and businesses. It is also a State Water Project contractor using available water for groundwater replenishment. Coachella Valley Water District offers a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans as well as Cal PERS retirement, life insurance policy, three deferred compensation plans, and... a medical reimbursement fund. The District also offers vacation benefits, floating and set holidays, and paid sick leave. Coachella Valley Water District is an equal opportunity employer.

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